Staff Accountant - Full Time

Job details

  • Paid Frequency: Weekly

  • Starting Pay Rate: $36,000 - $45,000 annually, based on experience

  • Bonuses: Yes

  • Job Type: Full-time

  • Hours Per Week: 40

  • Days of Work: Monday - Friday

  • Work Schedule: Generally, 8am - 5pm, but open to flexibility

  • Work Location: Opelika, AL

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or equivalent

1-2 years of Accounting experience

Tax experience is a plus

Technology savvy

Solid Excel skills

Software Troubleshooting Skills

Excellent communication skills

A positive team attitude

Knowledge of using Quickbooks Online and Xero

Understand the importance of providing quality service to the customer

 

Full Job Description

We are an awesome and growing accounting firm located in Opelika, AL. We are seeking a self starter that values a positive and respectful team environment. The job will include, but not be limited to:

  • Complete bookkeeping for businesses cash basis and accrual basis methods of accounting

  • Assist in preparation of advanced financial reports

  • Work with large excel spreadsheet systems to complete various tasks and reports

  • Work with various cloud based online portals to complete tasks

  • Assist in the preparation of tax returns for businesses and individuals

  • Handle sensitive information in a confidential fashion

  • Identify areas of improvement for the accounting firm and provide constructive feedback to firm management

  • Manage multiple projects and meet common deadlines associated with business clients of an accounting firm

This is a position that requires the ability to work in an office environment, but may have some remote work opportunities. The job candidate must be comfortable learning new software to complete various assignments. The job candidate must have initiative, thoughtfulness, and have good computer skills and communications skills. The job candidate must take responsibility for their actions and the tasks given to them.